WHITE HALL, W.Va. (WV News) — Development at the Middletown Commons retail site continued strong in 2025, with several new businesses and an apartment complex set to open soon, marking significant growth for Marion County.

General Acquisitions LLC, led by co-owner David Biafora, has overseen the transformation of the site, formerly the Middletown Mall, since work began in 2018. Biafora confirmed that infrastructure work is now complete. With more than 80% of the commercial space occupied, he and his team are working to fully fill the Commons.

“We’re working some new deals on leasing,” Biafora said. “Clear Mountain Bank is going to be open in the first quarter of next year. Panera Bread is open and they’re doing record numbers for a new store. We have a signed lease with Great Clips, whic

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